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A Hand of Bridge (1959)
- G Schirmer Inc (World)
- 1111/0100/perc/pf/2vn.va.vc.db
- Baritone, Soprano, Tenor, Alto
- 9 min
- Libretto by Gian Carlo Menotti
- English, German
- 21st February 2025, Colorado Springs, CO, United States of America
Programme Note
Libretto
Gian Carlo Menotti
Cast List
DAVID, a florid businessman: Baritone
GERALDINE, his middle-aged wife: Soprano
BILL, a lawyer: Tenor
SALLY, his wife: Contralto
Synopsis
Two bored couples who are playing their customary game of bridge fantasise during the game.